Tours & Activities in Guadalajara
For the last 5 years, we have been the #1 Free Walking Tour in Guadalajara... let us show you why!
On a 2 hours tour, we visit 15 historical points in downtown Guadalajara, sightseeing the most iconic and important sites while listening from an expert the legends and stories that built this city.
We will end the tour in one of the largest markets in America and the best part is that we'll provide you with a list of "Must Do in & around Guadalajara" during your visit!
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Hello, I am Abraham, I am from Guadalajara. I like and enjoy to show the city to people from other places. I have lived in the Center for may years and for that reason I know it very well.
The tour has a duration of approximately three hours, where we will visit the most important points in the Historic Center, from the Cabañas to the Expiatorio.
Some of the most iconic and important places that we are going to see are: Cabañas Museum, San Juan de Dios Market, Mariachi Square, Tapatia Square, Degollado Theater, Government Palace, Ibero-American Library, Cathedral, Paseo Alcalde, Ex-convent of Carmen, Museum of Arts, Expiatorio, among others.
Hi, I'm Santiago! The proudest citizen of Guadalajara. I love this city and I am ready to share that emotion with you.
Let me be your guide to understand the center of Guadalajara with my help. You will stay like a local walking through the most famous places of this magical city.
We will be on this hike for approximately two and a half hours. During this time we will visit the most iconic places that downtown Guadalajara has to offer: this ranges from the iconic cathedral to the chaotic local market as well as
- Roundabout
- government palace
- Throat cut theatre
- hospice cabins
- ...and more places
Not even the locals will know that you are a foreigner after we finish our tour!
Welcome to "Mysteries of the Tapatío Heart"!
In the heart of Guadalajara, where each street whispers stories, I invite you to a tour full of charm, mystery and authenticity. Do you dare to discover the best kept secrets of this Guadalajara jewel?
We begin our adventure in the iconic Plaza de Armas, where centuries of history are interwoven with everyday life. From the majesty of the Cathedral to the hidden corners of the Plaza de los Laureles, each step is a revelation. Our trip continues with a gastronomic delight in the traditional stalls of Mercado Libertad, where local flavors will guide us through the very essence of Guadalajara.
The plot thickens as we explore the cobbled alleys of the Analco neighborhood, silent witnesses to legends and tales of the old city.
Our odyssey culminates in the cultural heart of the center, the Degollado Theater, witness to countless performances that have left their mark on the soul of this city. Here, among the murmurs of the past and the sighs of architecture, we close our story, but not without leaving a trace of charm and curiosity that will last in each traveler.
This is not just a tour, it is a journey through the secrets that beat in the heart of Guadalajara.
Are you ready to immerse yourself in this unique narrative? Reserve your spot and join "Mysteries of the Tapatío Heart", where each street tells its own story. Experience the charm of Guadalajara like never before!
Discover the city known as the “Pearl of the West'' on this magical tour through the heart of
Mexico's most emblematic city. Marvel at the colonial buildings that house the majestic
murals of world renown artist José Clemente Orozco (a contemporary of Frida Kahlo), telling
the story of a city that walks the line between tradition and modernity. Marvel at one of the largest indoor
markets in the Americas, San Juan de Dios with its incredible variety of local products and cuisine. Visit the monuments and government palaces
that weave a tapestry of history and folklore, spanning eras from the Spanish
Conquistadores to the famous outlaw Pancho Villa. Explore the towering Metropolitan
Cathedral and its mysteries of faith and perseverance throughout the many wars that
were waged on this land. Your expert guide will gladly provide you with insights into other
places of interest, as well as local dining and entertainment options.
Highlights
- Liberation Saquare
- Monument to The Illustrious Citizens
- Palace of City Hall
- Governors Palace
- Metropolitan Cathedral
- Guadalajara Square
- Degollado Theater
- San Juan de Dios Market
- Cabañas Cultural Institute
We eat, walk, drink and see art.
Discover this route through the Historic Center starting from the oldest square in the city and getting to know Guadalajara like a local , where the stories and legends of Guadalajara will be the protagonists of this tour, come and join us.
During the tour we will see:
-Cathedral
-Liberation Square
-Government palace
-Walker Mayor
-Jaliscienses roundabout
-Mayor Market
Go and come!
I wait for you!
*This tour can be guided by Sergio or by a different guide*
Welcome to Guadalajara, I will be your personal guide:
We eat, walk, drink and see art.
We will discover corners of the center, with the stories and legends of this pearl of the West.
We will visit:
- Cabañas Museum: there we see more than 50 murals by Jose Clemente Orozco (one of the greatest muralists in Mexico),
- Mercado Libertad/ San Juan de Dios: we taste the local gastronomy in the largest covered market in Latin America;
During the tour we will see:
- Plaza de Armas (starting point)
- Cathedral
- Throat cut theatre
- Cabins Museum
- San Juan de Dios Market
At the end of this experience, the words Orozco, Murales, Guadalajara and... why not? Tequila! They will have more meaning in you, as they do in our Mexican culture.
Go and come!
Enter the city and let Guadalajara envelop you! Discover the incredible architecture that the city has and marvel at the impressive mural paintings that Guadalajara preserves in its buildings.
Mexican muralism is famous throughout the world for its striking paintings made on the walls and for being a reflection of the Mexican essence . Join us and discover why this movement marked the history of Mexico !
We will begin our tour at one of the main museums in the city: The University Museum of Arts , where we will appreciate the first of the mural paintings and admire the beautiful French-influenced architecture of the building. Then we will go to one of the most beautiful temples in Guadalajara: the Expiatory Temple , to admire its beautiful neo-Gothic architecture unique in the city.
we will head to the City Hall Palace and then to the Government Palace , a baroque-style colonial building where we will appreciate some impressive mural paintings by José Clemente Orozco . Later we will walk to the main theater of the city, the Degollado Theater , to admire its beautiful neoclassical architecture and we will enter to see the paintings kept inside.
Later we will tour the beautiful alleys of Guadalajara to end our tour in a beautiful place that is also a World Heritage Site: El Hospicio Cabañas , where we can appreciate some incredible paintings that will leave you with your mouth open. Join us and spend a day surrounded by art!
Points to consider:
- We will walk around 2.5 km since the buildings are a little separated from each other.
- Due to the time of day, try to bring water and sun protection.
